The Ramadan Kitchen by Ilhan Mohamed Abdi
This sumptuous cookbook celebrates the rich tapestry of Ramadan culinary traditions from around the world, with over 80 nutritious, time-saving and flavorful recipes to help families enjoy this joyous season without stress.The holy month of Ramadan is a time for spiritual reflection, connection and renewal, and the dishes prepared during this month often become treasured traditions passed down through generations.
Drawing on flavors from East and North Africa, the Middle East and the wider Muslim diaspora, this thoughtful collection of recipes has been crafted with warmth and care for the way we cook today--incorporating dishes that have been inherited, reimagined, or newly formed.
With simple, satisfying meals suited to the quiet rhythms of suhoor and iftar, as well as generous Eid spreads to share with family and friends, this is a rich and heartfelt tribute to the foods that gather us during Ramadan and beyond.
In this sumptuous cookbook, food writer Ilhan Mohamed Abdi weaves personal stories with the flavors of her Somali-Egyptian heritage, along with easy-to-make dishes influenced by Ramadan food traditions from around the world.
More than just a collection of recipes, it is a celebration of cultural heritage, a source of inspiration, and a bridge connecting generations. With a focus on authenticity, global diversity, timeless appeal, and ease of use, this is a book to be cherished.
Recipes include:
- Somali Bur--fried dough balls in sugar syrup
- 15-Minute Somali Rice
- Suqaar Chicken with Filo
- Refreshing Watermelon and Lime Drink
- Fuul (Fava Bean Stew)
- Mini Date and Cinnamon Rolls
Contents:
- Introduction: Covers the significance of Ramadan, preparing for Ramadan, meal planning,
- grocery tips and more
- Suhoor, Pre-Sawn Meals: Quick and nutrient-dense recipes for a wholesome start
- Iftar, Breaking the Fast: Classic Iftar recipes that honor heritage, with time-saving techniques for
- traditional dishes
- Main Courses & Hearty Dinners: Comforting soups, stews and curries, with many vegetarian and
- vegan options
- Bread: Traditional flatbreads, samosas and no-knead bakes
- Sweets and Desserts: Traditional sweets with simplified methods and no-bake and quick desserts
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| ISBN 13 | 9781623715694 |
| ISBN 10 | 1623715695 |
| Title | The Ramadan Kitchen |
| Author | Ilhan Mohamed Abdi |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Interlink Publishing Group, Inc |
| Year published | 2026-02-03 |
| Number of pages | 224 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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